Tree Damsel Bug

Himacerus apterus

Description

Over all length 8 - 11mm. This species is similar to Himacerus mirmicoides but is normally shorter winged and has antennae longer than the length of the thorax and the abdomen.

Habitat

Found on various trees and also nettles and low herbage, where it preys on small insects.

Status and distribution

Common and widespread in England and Wales but less so further north. Common in Nottinghamshire and at Netherfield Lagoons.

Best time to see

July to October.

  • Tree Damsel Bug - Himacerus apterus - male - August 23rd 2014

  • Tree Damsel Bug - Himacerus apterus - male - August 23rd 2014

  • Tree Damsel Bug - Himacerus apterus - female - January 30th 2007

  • Tree Damsel Bug - Himacerus apterus - female - November 19th 2017

  • Tree Damsel Bug - Himacerus apterus - female - September 5th 2014

  • Tree Damsel Bug - Himacerus apterus - female - September 7th 2014

  • Tree Damsel Bug - Himacerus apterus - female - long-winged form - August 13th 2017

  • Tree Damsel Bug - Himacerus apterus - nymph - July 23rd 2017

  • Tree Damsel Bug - Himacerus apterus - nymph - July 12th 2014

  • Tree Damsel Bug - Himacerus apterus - nymph - July 1st 2014